West Loop in Chicago in Cook County, Illinois — The American Midwest (Great Lakes)

Herb Garden

Chicago Park District Natural Areas

Photographed by Sean P. Flynn, March 21, 2026

1. Herb Garden Marker

Inscription. Herbs have long been grown for both their culinary and medicinal value. Whether to treat an upset stomach or spice up your dinner, growing herbs is relatively easy. Many thrive in just about any type of soil, are resistant to most pests and diseases and require little attention.

Erected by Chicago Park District.

Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Agriculture • Horticulture & Forestry • Parks & Recreational Areas.

Location. 41° 52.758′ N, 87° 39.615′ W. Marker is in Chicago, Illinois, in Cook County. It is in West Loop. It is on West Adams Street west of South Throop Street, on the right when traveling west. The marker is in the community garden in Skinner Park. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 1331 West Adams Street, Chicago IL 60607, United States of America. Touch for directions.

Regionally, this marker is in the American Midwest

and on the Great Lakes.

Globally, it is in North America,

the Western Hemisphere,

the Western World,

and the Anglosphere.

Historically, it finds itself in what was once the Viceroyalty of New France,

the territory of the Mississippian Culture,

and the Northwest Territory.

Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker: Native Species (a few steps from this marker); Healing Garden (a few steps from this marker); Jackson Boulevard (approx. ¼ mile away); Jackson Boulevard District (approx. ¼ mile away); a different marker also named Jackson Boulevard (approx. ¼ mile away); West Side YMCA/YWCA Complex (approx. ¼ mile away); a different marker also named Jackson Boulevard (approx. 0.3 miles away); Carter H. Harrison (approx. 0.4 miles away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Chicago.

Also see . . . Community Roots Community Garden at Skinner Park.

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Excerpt: "Chicago has become a leading city for community gardening and local food production, and the Chicago Park District gardening programs have a long history of supporting and advancing the valuable practice of organic vegetable gardening. Chicago Park District’s Community Gardens are as diverse as the city itself. Creating a space where park patrons and gardeners of all ages and skill levels can learn together and share their experiences both strengthen and support our gardeners in a lifetime of learning."

(Submitted on March 23, 2026, by Sean P. Flynn of Oak Park, Illinois.)

Photographed by Sean P. Flynn, March 21, 2026

2. Herb Garden Marker

Community Garden in Skinner Park image. Click for full size.

Photographed by Sean P. Flynn, March 21, 2026

3. Community Garden in Skinner Park

Credits. This page was last revised on March 23, 2026. It was originally submitted on March 23, 2026, by Sean P. Flynn of Oak Park, Illinois. This page has been viewed 5 times since then. Photos: 1, 2, 3. submitted on March 23, 2026, by Sean P. Flynn of Oak Park, Illinois.